Otavalo market in Ecuador

Ecuador tours

Otavalo market in Ecuador

Ecuador's compact size and magnificent scenery make it a joy to travel around. Our specialists regularly travel here and are keen to share their local knowledge to help you get the most out of your trip.

To assist in your route planning they’ve devised a number of tour ideas which can then be tailored to your interests, preferences and budget, whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure or a combination of both. Whichever route you choose, the country's characterful haciendas offer high standards as well as an insight into Ecuadorian life.

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Our recommended tours in Ecuador

These itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Ecuador, and they showcase some of the routes that we’ve found work particularly well. Treat them simply as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely for you by one of our specialists based on your particular tastes and interests.

  • Land Iguana, Galapagos Islands

    Galapagos Odyssey Escape

    Ecuador

    • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Quito.

    • Cruise on the comfort of a 16-passenger ship.

    • Witness a diversity of wildlife.

    • Up close experience with sea lions and sea turtles.

    • Walk on volcanic formed islands.

    7 days from CAD8,595pp

  • The cobbled streets of Quito's Old Town

    Andes & Galapagos tour

    Ecuador

    • Explore the UNESCO colonial cities of Quito and Cuenca.

    • Stay in a centuries-old traditional hacienda.

    • Barter at traditional, colourful markets in Otavalo and the Gualaceo valley.

    • Learn about the numerous indigenous Ecuadorian cultures that retain proud heritage today.

    • Shop for Panama hats.

    • See the fearless wildlife of the Galapagos Islands.

    13 days from CAD9,890pp

  • Frigate bird in the Galapagos

    Wildlife of Ecuador: Amazon and Galapagos

    Ecuador

    • Galapagos Islands - "Darwin's laboratory" and a truly unique location with incredibly fearless wildlife.

    • Ecuadorian Amazon - home to some of the Amazon's most recognised eco-lodges with excellent set up, guides and wildlife spotting opportunities.

    • Quito - A UNESCO World Heritage Site with fine colonial architecture.

    11 days from CAD10,540pp

  • Galapagos Flamingos

    Luxury Ecuador & Galapagos tour

    Ecuador

    • Quito - an overlooked UNESCO World Heritage Site with a growing reputation for good restaurants, bars and cafes.

    • Mashpi Lodge - one of South America's finest cloudforest lodges, surrounded by birdlife and home to great canopy tram.

    • Hacienda Zuleta - owned by two generations of former Ecuadorian presidents, Zuleta is one of the finest haciendas in Ecuador.

    • Galapagos - incredible, fearless wildlife at its best.

    12 days from CAD13,560pp

  • Sea lions in the Galapagos

    Galapagos cruise on the Yolita II

    Ecuador

    • Experience the unique fearless wildlife of Galapagos.

    • Visit some of the most remote areas of the Galapagos Islands.

    • See the marine iguana, the world's only marine lizard.

    • Explore the old town of Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    10 days from CAD7,220pp

  • Tortoise up close

    Galapagos from Ashore

    Ecuador

    • Carefully step past sleeping sea lions on a pristine beach.

    • See the famous Galapagos giant tortoises at close quarters.

    • Spot marine iguanas, land iguanas and a feast of fearless birdlife.

    • Explore the old town of Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    10 days from CAD8,155pp

  • Ecuador's highlands on the Tren Crucero

    Ecuador by river & rail: Amazon cruise & Tren Crucero

    Ecuador

    • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Quito, with its cobbled streets, colonial architecture and pretty squares.

    • Cruise the Amazon in search of wildlife onboard the elegant MV Anakonda.

    • Take the iconic Tren Crucero rail journey from Andes to coast, stopping to admire a variety of sights along the way such as the Cotopaxi Volcano and famous Devil's Nose.

    12 days from CAD8,605pp

  • Sea lions, Galapagos Islands

    Galapagos & Costa Rica tour

    Costa Rica and Ecuador

    • The unique, fearless wildlife of the Galapagos.

    • Search for the resplendent quetzal and other birdlife in the cool Costa Rican cloud forest.

    • Get up close to the perfectly conical Volcan Arenal.

    • Undertake zip-lining, white water rafting as well as other activities around Arenal.

    • Relax on a beautiful Pacific beach.

    15 days from CAD9,655pp

  • Blue Footed Booby, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

    Galapagos island-hopping tour

    Ecuador

    • Carefully step past sleeping sea lions on a pristine beach.

    • See the famous Galapagos giant tortoises at close quarters.

    • Spot marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, penguins, land iguanas and a feast of fearless birdlife.

    • Explore the old town of Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    11 days from CAD10,395pp

  • Galapagos Marine Iguana

    Highlights of Colombia, Ecuador & Galapagos

    Ecuador and Colombia

    • Visit the wildlife prolific Galapagos Islands.

    • Stay in a traditional Finca in the coffee growing region, explore the region and try your hand at some coffee production.

    • Enjoy the historical centre of Bogotá.

    • Explore the fortified city of Cartagena.

    14 days from CAD13,115pp

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